Outpatient Therapist

High Plains Mental Health Center • Hays, KS

4d • Onsite

About The Position

High Plains Mental Health Center is hiring a full-time, in-person Outpatient Therapist in Hays, Kansas. The therapist provides individual, marital, family, and group therapy to clients with a range of mental health needs; conducts intake assessments; develops and carries out treatment plans; and uses evidence-based approaches. The position also includes crisis intervention, coordination with other providers and community agencies, and timely completion of clinical documentation and administrative reports.

The role offers ongoing clinical supervision, case consultation, constructive feedback, and participation in team meetings to support clinical development and career goals. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with more than three hours per week outside normal business hours, for a total of 40 hours per week. The starting salary is $64,218, with incentive pay and a $1,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

• Master’s or doctoral degree in a relevant field, such as Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy.
• Current Kansas BSRB licensure as a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Master Level Psychologist, or Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist; a Licensed Master Social Worker (clinical track) or Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker; a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with Mental Health Training track (or equivalent experience); or a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist.
• Valid driver’s license and a driving record meeting insurability requirements if using a Center vehicle.
• Ability to pass all required background checks and pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, marital, family, and group therapy to clients with varied mental health needs while meeting established annual service expectations.
• Coordinate care with other providers, community partners, and agencies to help clients access services and support.
• Conduct intake assessments and provide crisis intervention, including scheduled and walk-in appointments.
• Support crisis evaluations and referrals through face-to-face and telehealth/video appointments as needed.
• Coordinate with hospitals and other clinical agencies, including assisting with inpatient screenings and referrals when needed.
• Complete timely clinical documentation, treatment records, and administrative reports in accordance with Center policies and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in regular clinical supervision, constructive feedback, and team meetings as part of ongoing professional development.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary of $64,218, incentive pay, and a $1,000 sign-on bonus.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off and extended illness time.
• 403(b) plan.
• KPERS retirement plan.
• Supplemental benefits.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Seven paid holidays.
• Optional $200 Saturday outpatient clinic bonus.
• Convention leave and funds to obtain continuing education units (CEUs).
• License renewal support.
• Eligibility for loan repayment assistance through an NHSC- and Nurse Corps-approved site.
• Scholarship, work-study, and internship opportunities for employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level